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Job Description
Job Summary
Calling All Retired Law Enforcement Officers!
Are you seeking a part-time opportunity that puts your law enforcement experience to use? We have an exciting opportunity for you as a Background Investigation Officer (As-Needed)!
In this role, you will:- Conduct comprehensive background investigations for prospective sworn safety and civilian applicants for the Police Department.
- Obtain and review criminal history records from various agencies, including the FBI, DOJ, DMV, and other relevant sources.
- Evaluate applicants' financial history, including credit reports when necessary.
- Interview and gather detailed personal information from applicants and their references, utilizing your investigative skills to develop additional leads.
- Prepare thorough background files and final synopses for hiring approval.
Why Retired Sworn Personnel?- Your unique experience and expertise in law enforcement make you the ideal candidate for this role.
- This position offers flexible part-time hours, making it a perfect fit for those looking to stay engaged while enjoying retirement.
- Though it is an as-needed position without benefits, it provides an opportunity to apply your valuable skills in a meaningful way.
If you’re interested in staying involved in law enforcement and contributing to the Santa Monica community, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and bring your expertise to our team as a Background Investigation Officer.
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Job Summary: Completes background investigations of potential applicants under consideration for hire within the Police Department and other City Departments.
Representative Duties
Conducts background investigations on prospective sworn safety (police officer) applicants and civilian applicants to work within the Police Department and other City Departments.
Obtains and reviews criminal history records from Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Justice, Department of Motor Vehicles, State and Municipal law enforcement agencies and other applicable resources.
Reviews applicant financial history and obtains credit report, when necessary.
Interviews and gathers personal information from prospective applicant, applicant's employers, co-workers, neighbors, landlords, family and personal references and develops additional references using investigative techniques.
Writes final synopsis regarding applicant and prepares complete background file for hiring approval by the Chief of Police or designee.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills :
Knowledge of:
Selection standards set forth by P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards & Training).
Laws pertaining to hiring practices.
Report writing.
English grammar and composition.
Effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Keep accurate records and prepare clear concise reports.
Maintain confidentiality of personal information.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Use law enforcement telecommunications databases in an appropriate manner.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills when acquiring sensitive information from reference sources.
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees, and the public.
Provide effective customer service.
Skill in:
Reading, writing and communicating at an appropriate level.
Using a personal computer and applicable software applications.
Dealing with a variety of culturally sensitive issues.
Education, Training and Experience :
High school graduation or the equivalent.
Two years of paid work experience as a Police Officer with investigative/detective experience in a California law enforcement agency recognized by P.O.S.T. Specialized training in a P.O.S.T. approved Background Investigation School and notary public commissioned is desirable.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid Class C driver license.
Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY : Applicants must file a clear, concise, completed on-line City application with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline.
SELECTION PROCESS : An on-line City application and required supplemental questionnaire must be completed to be considered for this position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified for the position on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS : Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!
REQUESTS FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246 (Hearing Impaired Only).
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.
This is a temporary hourly position without benefits. The City of Santa Monica provides a deferred compensation (457) retirement plan for its as-needed (temporary) employees who are not eligible for coverage under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City and as-needed employee are each required to contribute 3.75% of wages to the deferred compensation plan. As-needed employee contributions will be deducted from paychecks on a pre-tax basis.
Closing Date/Time: 12/12/2024 5:30 PM Pacific -
Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Santa Monica
Show moreSanta Monica is a beachside city of 8.3 square miles on the westside of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational venues. Recently named by National Geographic as one of the Top "10 Beach Cities in the World" and by TIME as one of the "Best Places to Live", Santa Monica features three miles of Pacific beaches and the Santa Monica Pier. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 93,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with tourists, shoppers, and employees. Tourism attracts over 8 million visitors annually.
The City of Santa Monica was incorporated on November 30, 1886 and subsequently adopted a City Charter in 1945. In 1947, a City Council-City Manager form of government was established. The City Council consists of seven members elected by the community at large to four year terms.
The City of Santa Monica is a full-service city. City departments provide police, fire, a regional transportation network, water, refuse and recycling, streets, parking, planning, building, engineering, free public wifi, a high speed fiber optic network, parks, affordable housing, economic development, library, rent control, recreational, cultural, and educational services to the community.
The City-operated Big Blue Bus regional bus service provides over 16.5 million rides for customers each year, all powered by renewable natural gas. Breeze Bike Share was Southern California's first bike share system with 500 bikes at 85 locations. In 2016, the Metro Expo Line opened connecting Santa Monica to Downtown Los Angeles in under an hour.
The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City is working toward aggressive climate action goals including: water self-sufficiency by 2020, zero waste by 2030, and carbon neutrality by 2050.
The highly-rated Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District serves both Santa Monica and Malibu residents. Santa Monica College (SMC), one of the state's top two-year community colleges, serves over 30,000 full-time and part-time students on several campuses and offers more than 90 fields of study. Santa Monica's strong education institutions are complemented by the 5-star rated Santa Monica Public Library system.
Public safety is a top priority in the City of Santa Monica. Santa Monica Fire Department continues to maintain a Class 1 ISO rating, the highest possible rating.
Santa Monica has a strong and diverse economy. Known as “Silicon Beach,” local businesses are at the leading edge of the nation’s creative economy and startup scene.
Sana Monica is also home to three renowned and respected health facilities, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente.
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